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Exercise and Diabetes

Did you know:

  • Diabetes was the seventh leading cause of death listed on the U.S death certificates in 2006.
  • Heart disease and stroke is two to four times higher among people with diabetes.
  • About 30% of people with diabetes ages 40 or older have peripheral neuropathy.

Diabetes can be classified by Type I or Type II. Type I is the most common form seen in about 5 - 10 percent of those with diabetes, and is known as "Juvenile Onset." Type I is defined as the body's inability to produce insulin, whereas Type II is when the body is not able to produce enough insulin, or the cells of the body are insulin resistant.

Type II, or more commonly known as "Adult Onset Diabetes", has seen a dramatic increase in incidence over the past several years. In 2007 between the ages of 40 - 59 there were 819,000 people diagnosed with Type II Diabetes. Unfortunately, there has been more of an increase in the younger population between the ages of 20 - 39 years. This is due to the prevalence of poor nutrition combined with the lack of exercise.

More often than not a person can improve their blood glucose levels by implementing an exercise program. Did you know that by exercising aerobically such as running or walking on the treadmill, biking or swimming 3-5 times per week for 20-30 minutes combined with a strength program 2-3 times per week can improve one's glucose control and insulin resistance? This exercise program will also promote improved hypertension values, decrease chances of peripheral neuropathy by 50%, and stimulate weight loss!

At Personally Fit, we are ready to help you start that process. A simple referral from your physician will suffice for a comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and instruction of a safe exercise program. In addition, our staff of knowledgeable trainers is qualified to customize a program that will fit your individual needs. Furthermore, we offer group classes from aerobics, Mat Pilates to circuit training that can make a positive difference for the rest of your life.

Cathie Gillespie, MSPT is co-owner of Personally Fit and a full time therapist.


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